Christmas Arrives at Islington Square

Step into the Christmas spirit at Islington Square on Saturday 15th November. This family and dog-friendly event will bring the area to life with festive music, market stalls and seasonal activities for everyone to enjoy.

Local stalls part of the market include:

Flaziz - Vegetarian & Vegan Turkish Flatbread
Lebanese Street - Lebanese Wraps & Boxes
Pure Pet Food - Dog Treats
TY Couture – Cookies and Desserts
Cinnabox - Cinnamon Buns
The Greek Way - Greek Wraps & Boxes
Eat Argentina – Argentinian food
SB International - Sauces

Arrive via Upper Street and walk through our Christmas arches, take in the decorations, shops and our weekly market.

From 11am to 5:30pm, Urban Food Fest is hosting a Christmas Market, featuring local traders and small businesses offering unique gifts and food. There will also be live music from 3pm to 5pm, festive children face painting, dog caricaturist and roaming entertainment throughout the day including activities for your four-legged friends!

WagWorks, the new daycare members space for dogs, is hosting a tail-wagging Christmas event for dogs and their owners, including a festive treat cart and a lucky dip with chance to win spot prizes.

Our stores, restaurants and cafés will be joining in the celebrations with special menus, offers and festive experiences:

  •  WagWorks - Introductory offer: book your dog’s first groom before Christmas for 50% off. T&Cs apply, see WagWorks for details

  • Swyft - Visit the new store and enjoy 10% off all in-store items for the day

  • Wheat - Children can get creative at the in-store craft table

  • Fisheye Opticians - 50% off second and third frames plus 15% off all frames

  • Bottle Cocktail Shop - Enjoy a warming £8 mulled wine throughout the event

  • Borough Kitchen - Cookery school vouchers, perfect for Christmas gifting

  • ODEON Luxe - Unwind with one of the latest releases

  • King’s Head Theatre - Family favourite panto Jack and the Beanstalk and adults-only performances

  • The Rooms - Christmas floristry classes and workshops

  • Megan’s - Festive Mediterranean sharing boards with starters, mains, desserts, mulled wine and a cracker per guest

  • OmNom - Spin & Win for a chance to win 15% off vouchers, get involved at the tree decoration station, and enjoy a complimentary Masala Tea Chef’s Special on arrival

  • The Great Chase - Festive menus and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy

  • The Pantry Underwear - Enjoy a glass of fizz with every bra fitting, plus a £5 voucher to redeem on any purchase after your appointment

  • In-Residence - Enjoy a glass of mulled wine in-store and live portrait drawings

  • The Wearer - Complimentary mince pies, mulled wine and exclusive in-store discounts

Look out for Angel Islington BID’s Glow in the Angel brass band as they make their way from Angel to Islington Square.

Plus, don’t miss your chance to win a £500 Shop, Dine and Stay experience at Islington Square, featured in the Angel Islington BID Winter Guide - pick up a copy for details on how to enter.